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Just came across this very useful and thorough job search guide "The Expat's Guide to Finding a Job in the U.S." on the website of the French American Chamber of Commerce in Philadelphia.If you'd like individual help with your job search, please feel free to contact me for a free 20-minute consultation. ... See MoreSee Less

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What are people from other countries most shocked by when they move to the USA? This article made me, as an American, think about things that I hadn't thought of.If you're from another country, what were some of your initial culture shocks after you arrived in the USA? ... See MoreSee Less

From kids with braces to stores selling guns, people share the biggest culture shocks they experienced in the US

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Foreigners are often shocked when Americans try to make small talk.

3 months ago ·

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Do you know how to "Toot Your Own Horn?" It's a skill that many people hate having to do. People are afraid of being seen as rude, pushy, boastful, or "full of themselves." But if you don't do it, especially in a job interview, you won't be seen as self-confident. Focus on stating the facts of your accomplishments instead of telling people you're the best and that nobody can do it better. This way it won't come across as bragging, which is all about ego. This article has some good tips! ... See MoreSee Less

10 Ways To Toot Your Own Horn At Work | by Barbara Pachter | LinkedIn

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A vice president recently told me that when he acknowledges his employees’ accomplishments, many of them belittle their success with such comments as “Oh, that was no big deal” or “What a fluk...

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Yesterday, international job seekers in my webinar "Interviewing for a Job the American Way" shared their greatest fears about job interviews in the USA. Among them were: visa issues, being asked about their intended length of stay in the U.S., having to toot your own horn when your culture has taught you to be humble, translating what you did in another country, gaps on the resume, talking about skills you don't have, discussing where you want to be in 5 years, explaining a career change, talking about experience from awhile back, coming up with numbers for specific examples, and salary. Surprisingly, nobody mentioned the 3 questions in this article!I'm curious: What interview questions do you dread the most? ... See MoreSee Less

The 3 interview questions jobseekers fear most — and how to answer them

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These are the questions people dread when they step into the interviewing room.

6 months ago ·

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Yvonne Lefort, Career and Intercultural Transitions updated their info in the about section.

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6 months ago ·

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If you are thinking about a career change, make sure your LinkedIn profile showcases the skills and experience that relate to the job you are seeking. ... See MoreSee Less

5 Ways To Update Your LinkedIn Profile For A Career Change

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If you hope the new year brings a new career, you’ll want to promote your background in a way that translates to your new target field. Your LinkedIn profile is a powerful tool to reposition yoursel...

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What do you do when you've applied for a job and haven't heard back from the company? If it's been a couple of weeks, send a follow-up email. Here are some good examples of what to write. ... See MoreSee Less

How to Write a Follow-Up Email After Submitting Your Application

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Learn how to write a follow-up letter that will reinforce why you're qualified for a job and potentially encourage the hiring manager to review your resume again.

6 months ago ·

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